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LABC
1610 W. Lane Ave.
Columbus, OH 43221-3925
OUR STEWARDSHIP
April 25, 2011
“I will be loyal to Lane Avenue Baptist Church and uphold it with my Prayers, my Presence, my Gifts, and my Service.”
By Our Presence
Sunday School Enrollment 203
Sunday School Attendance 131
Sunrise Service 57
Morning Worship (8:30-64/10:45-112) 176
Discipleship Training 7
By Our Gifts
Weekly Budget 9,216
Weekly Offering 7,658
Offering YTD 107,591
Budget Goal YTD 156,672
Annie Armstrong Offering/N.Amer. Missions Goal 3,000
YTD Annie Armstrong Offering 839
By Your Service
DEACON OF THE WEEK
April 24
Jim Jeffers
May 1
Joe Hatfield
May 8
Bill Morris
May 15
Sonny Oliphant
EXTENDED CARE/NURSERY SESSION WORKERS
May 1
8:30 a.m. TBA
10:45 a.m. TBA
May 8
8:30 a.m. TBA
10:45 a.m. TBA
May 15
8:30 a.m. TBA
10:45 a.m. TBA
Teller Schedule
Walter Herbst/Dick Omohundro May 1
Debbie DeWilde/Linda Omohundro May 8
Nancy Cheek/TBA May 15
Sue Crego/Carolyn Flowers May 22
LEADER DEADLINE—The next mailed Leader will be typed on May 9. All articles for that issue should be submitted by Friday, May 6.
Tuesday, April 26
9:15 a.m. Women’s Bible Study/library
Wednesday, April 27
6:30 p.m. NO evening activities.
Thursday, April 28
9:00 a.m. Ladies Coffee Klatsch/Panera
Saturday, April 30
12:30 p.m. LABC/CNC Children’s Choir
Sunday, May 1
8:30 a.m. Worship Service
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10:45 a.m. Worship Service
2:00 p.m. Meet at Traditions
4:00 p.m. Church Council Meeting
5:00 p.m. Deacons’ Meeting
6:00 p.m. Adult Discipleship
6:00 p.m. Youth Discipleship
7:15 p.m. Youth Snack Supper (Michael)
Wednesday, May 4
6:00 p.m. Building Use/Properties Committee Mtg.
6:30 p.m. Bible Study/Prayer Meeting
Thursday, May 5
9:00 a.m. Ladies Coffee Klatsch/Panera
Saturday, May 7
12:30 p.m. LABC/CNC Children’s Choir
4:00 p.m. Youth Flower Sale Pick-Up
Sunday, May 8
8:30 a.m. Worship Service
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10:45 a.m. Worship Service
Youth Flower Sale Pick-Up
No evening activities.
Tuesday, May 10
9:15 a.m. Women’s Bible Study/library
Wednesday, May 11
6:30 p.m. Bible Study/Prayer Meeting
Thursday, May 12
9:00 a.m. Ladies Coffee Klatsch/Panera
5:00 p.m. CNC Open House
Saturday, May 14
10:00 a.m. Ladies Spring Tea
1:15 p.m. LABC/CNC Children’s Choir
(no lunch)
Sunday, May 15
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10:45 a.m. Unified Worship Service
12:00 p.m. Sr. Adult Luncheon
2:00 p.m. YA Service @ Sunrise Assisted Living
3:00 p.m. Finance Committee Meeting
4:00 p.m. Deacons’ Meeting
6:00 p.m. Adult Discipleship
6:00 p.m. Youth Discipleship
7:15 p.m. Youth Snack Supper (Reed)
Monday, May 16
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Cook for Stowe
Tuesday, May 17
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Cook/Serve for Stowe
Wednesday, May 18
6:30 p.m. Business Meeting/Prayer Meeting
Thursday, May 19
9:00 a.m. Ladies Coffee Klatsch/Panera
Saturday, May 21
12:30 p.m. LABC/CNC Children’s Choir
Sunday, May 22
8:30 a.m. Worship Service
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10:45 a.m. Worship Service
6:00 p.m. Adult Discipleship
6:00 p.m. Youth Discipleship
7:15 p.m. Youth Snack Supper (TBA)
Wednesday, May 25
6:30 p.m. Bible Study/Prayer Meeting
Thursday, May 26
9:00 a.m. Women’s Coffee Klatsch/Panera
Saturday, May 28
12:30 p.m. LABC/CNC Children’s Choir
Pastor’s Column
I want to thank the choir and Scott Anderson for the wonderful music of the past two weeks. It was a thrill to see the loft filled with people lifting their voices in praise on Palm Sunday and Easter. What a joy it was to see the children process in with Palm Branches in their hands on Palm Sunday. We were fortunate to have Doug Owens lead our music, Jae Chun lead us in prayer and Lenny Moore deliver the sermon for the sunrise service. That was followed by a delicious breakfast prepared by Joe, Jean and Sarah Howard. I am appreciative of Richard Thompson for filling in for Scott last Sunday. We are favored in having talented people in our church. It was a thrill to see Micah Bibbey dedicated. There were a lot of Ortmans here last Sunday and it was good to see them, along with our other guests. John and Jenifer Wilkerson had their grandchildren here. I offer a big thank you to those who purchased lilies for the sanctuary, as well as to Bonnie Althoff for her amazing gift in arranging floral displays.
Kathy and I had a wonderful visit to see our youngest son and his family over spring break. Monday, April 18, was Patriots Day in Massachusetts. It was a holiday. It is good to visit other places and see the pride people take in our country. I never knew that restaurants in New England would have such items as the Betsy Ross Pancakes or Liberty Bell Omelets on their menus.
I look forward to seeing you Sunday.
Your Pastor,
Wayne
YOUTH AND EDUCATION NEWS
DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING
Discipleship resumes this Sunday. Adults and youth will meet at 6:00 p.m.
REGISTER FOR VBS ONLINE TODAY!
Are you ready for the “Big Apple Adventure?” Vacation Bible School takes place June 13th – 17th from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Volunteers and parents can go to the church web site at www.lanechurch.com to register as workers or to register their children. Contact Jan Ortman or me for more information.
In His Service,
Tracy
College News
Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. – IV Weekly Meetings @ Ohio State Campus, Pomerene Hall 306
College news: Outreach Update!
After 12 hours of continuous prayer . . .
2 days on campus . . .
Over 300 conversations . . .
125 students and faculty accepted an invitation to hear the
Gospel . . .
26 people made decisions to follow Jesus!
Please continue to pray as we follow up individually with many that we met!
Special Event: Retreat at Cedar Campus!
June 11 – June 17
Upper Peninsula Michigan at
Cedar Campus Campground
How many times have you wished you had the time to study the Bible, pray, and focus on doing God’s will, without all the distractions you normally face? Join us the week right after OSU finals, at Cedar Campus for a time of fun, Scripture study, Biblical teaching, and REST after a long school year. Go to www.chapterfocusweek.com for more details! Scholarships are available to help with cost, please contact Rachel @ rachel.lynea@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support of college ministry, ~ Rachel
CHURCH WEB SITE
The youth group and church calendars, as well as live and recorded video of the church services are available at www.lanechurch.com.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
WOMEN’S MORNING BIBLE STUDY
An invitation is extended to all LABC women to join us, for our Bible Study “Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed,” by Kay Arthur, Beth Moore, and Priscilla Shirer. The authors explore the life of David. We will meet on the following dates: April 26th, May 10th and 24th. You may contact Nancy Jones at 488-6602 with any questions
MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING
Our next Business Meeting will be Wednesday, May 18th, at 6:30 p.m.
Annie Armstrong Easter Offering®
“Start Here”
2011 National AAEO Goal:
“When He saw the crowds, He felt compassion for them, because they were weary and worn out, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said to His disciples, ‘The harvest is abundant, but the workers are few. Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest,’” (Matthew 9:36-38, HCSB).
The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering® is much more than an offering envelope and an annual missions-giving emphasis. When people give to the offering, 100 percent of their gift will be transformed into missionary salaries and ministry supplies. Those missionaries and supplies will help others hear the message of Christ and respond in faith to His offer of salvation. Our LABC goal is $3,000.00. We have received $839.00 toward our goal. Won’t you consider how you can contribute to this outreach effort?
SENIOR NEWS
May 15th will be our day to be honored. It is Senior Adult Sunday! Please plan to join us for the 10:45 a.m. Unified Service on Sunday, May 15th, as we celebrate Senior Adult Sunday. It will be a time of Senior-oriented blessings with testimonies and special music. Following the service will be a Luncheon for all who are 50 and better.
LIBRARY NEWS
We are glad so many of you are taking advantage of our growing library. Many borrowed books have been out for a very long time. Have you looked around home yet to see if you have one or more books from the Library? Please return it to the Library desk when you finish. Thank you!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
WOMEN’S SPRING TEA
“A Recipe for a Godly Life”
All LABC women, girls, and friends are invited to join us for our Women’s Spring Tea on Saturday, May 14th, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. We will be having a great time of fellowship, special music, a light snack, a variety of teas, and a program entitled “A Recipe for a Godly Life,” presented by Faye Owens. Please bring a favorite recipe with a favorite Bible verse at the bottom, and sign your name, to share that day. There will be special music and a game or two. Tickets will be $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for children, and are available. There is a sign-up sheet outside the OFH.
Family Cookbook
The youth are putting together a new LABC Family Cookbook. All proceeds from the
cookbook will go towards this year’s mission trip to New York City. We need your help! Think about your mom, dad, grandma, brother, sister, aunt, friend, or current or former church member. What was your favorite thing they made that you may even make today? When you share the recipe for the cookbook, we would ask you to also share a memory of why that recipe is so special. Maybe talk about how your Grandmother always made the recipe on Easter or a church member also made it for church potlucks. Please give Cindy Peck or Sally Reed up to five of your favorite recipes and the story that goes with them. All recipes need to be received by Sunday, May 15th.
LADIES COFFEE “KLATSCH”
Ladies, we invite you to join us on Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m., at Panera Bread at Tremont. You will find Christian fellowship, encouragement, all while you enjoy a good cup of coffee! Call Kathy Leach for more information.
STOWE UPDATE
Dear LABC family,
We served 348 people at Stowe Baptist Center Soup Kitchen in April. I would like to especially thank Paul and Bonnie Althoff, Bill Coulter, and Kelley Thorson and her friend Susie, who helped prepare and serve the meal. Mary Lou Dodson surprised us again by providing wonderful Easter cakes for dessert! Their love and service to God’s people is most appreciated. With Columbus city schools on spring break, this was one of our largest groups ever! I could not do it without your prayers, financial support, and willingness to cook, and to go and serve as needed. With the increase in the number of people we are serving, there is a need for more people to help. A sign-up sheet has been placed outside the OFH, for those who would like to signup to help. Three people in addition to me are needed to travel to Stowe on the third Tuesday of every month. We cook on the third Monday of every month, and then serve on Tuesday, at 10:00 a.m. I’d love to have you participate any way you can. This ministry is greatly needed. I appreciate all of your efforts so much. Your sister-in-Christ, Kathy Leach
FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC
Dear Parents,
On Saturday, May 14th, we will begin at 1:15 p.m. There will be no lunch provided on this date. Thank you for your understanding.
CNC Open House
The Child Nurturing Center will be hosting its Open House for our Summer School-Age Program on Thursday, May 12th, from 5-7:00 p.m. This event is held to allow parents and children to meet our staff and gather other important information for registration. We have lots of fun planned, come check us out!
FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC
Do you wish to build your child’s love for music?
If you answer YES . . .
We have your answer!
Lane Avenue Baptist Church is hosting classes for
children to develop skills and enjoy musical experiences,
all for FUN!
The Children of CNC Day Care Families and
LABC Families are welcome to attend.
Refreshments, Music, and lots of FUN!
What better way to spend a Saturday
afternoon
with your child!
COST: FREE/Sponsored by Lane Ave. Baptist Church for CNC and
Church Families
TIME: Saturdays, beginning with lunch served at 12:30 p.m.
Class runs from 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.
REGISTRATION: RSVP Child(ren) Name(s) to Ms. Janet by e-mailing her at
This is a new program. Organizational details will be finalized as interest level is determined.
